RS Structural Mech II

Gulfstream•Savannah, GA

About The Position

In a team-oriented production environment and under minimal supervision, the Structural Mech II performs a variety of structural assembly operations in accordance with established procedures, company design specifications, and quality standards. Completed work must meet customer expectations. The role includes assembling and fitting aircraft structural parts, sheet-metal layout and fabrication, drilling and riveting, and making repairs or rework to ensure installations conform to requirements. The position requires proper use and care of tools and equipment, adherence to safety procedures and standard operating procedures, accurate work records and job charging, and a neat work area. The employee also coordinates work between shifts, supports continuous improvement and Lean activities, and may perform other duties as assigned. The position is full-time, involves multiple shifts, and may require up to 25% travel.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
Two years of related structural assembly experience.
Ability to read and interpret blueprints.
Basic computer skills and basic shop math skills, including reading a scale.
Ability to read and comprehend basic documents and instructions.
Hands-on craftwork aptitude, professional attitude, attention to detail, ability to work with people, and ability to meet demanding schedules.
Demonstrated good housekeeping and safety practices.
Ability to work with composite resins and materials.
Ability to work any shift.
Ability to climb ladders, stands, and stairs; work in small spaces or restricted areas; and lift 50 pounds.
Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Solumina and Smarteam.

Responsibilities

Safely assemble and fit detail parts and structures, and perform drilling and riveting operations while ensuring parts and assemblies meet requirements.
Perform sheet-metal layout, fabrication, and installation of parts, equipment, or fabricated items on aircraft.
Rivet structural assemblies and parts using required tools, and remove fasteners without damaging structures.
Read work orders, blueprints, lofts, sketches, and operation sheets to determine operation sequence and rivet specifications; cut and form plastics and follow procedures for using adhesives, sealants, and solvents.
Check work and ensure assemblies are free of defects before final inspection.
Maintain and use required logs and records, including MIR sheets, DMTs, Crabs, and PCOs.
Align and assemble parts for riveting using jigs, holding fixtures, pins, clamps, and fasteners; use proper tooling to shape and form complex angles and configurations to specifications or instructions.
Make repairs and perform rework in response to DMTs, MRRs, and PCOs to ensure installations meet conformity requirements.
Maintain an orderly work area, support the company 5S Program, comply with safety regulations, and use personal protective equipment as required.
Work with minimal supervision on assigned duties and tasks.
Participate in continuous improvement activities, including YIAW and Kaizen events.
Properly use and maintain company-provided tools and equipment, and return tools to the tool room after use.
Follow standard operating procedures when operating ground support equipment.
Collect and dispose of waste fuel, oil, hydraulic fluids, de-icing fluids, and solvent rags properly.
Charge daily work accurately to the aircraft.
Exchange job-related information and coordinate work between shifts through turnover meetings and direct contact with leadership.
Assist in maintaining shop equipment and associated JSAs, and support Lean activities.
Perform other duties as assigned.